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#693791 11/10/2010 10:47 PM
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Instead of using Stainless steel, why can't we use copper for fuel lines?












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over a period of time, copper "work hardens" and cracks

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Copper nickel is a good (much better I think) and easy to work with alternative to stainless, and most anything is much better in the long run than plain copper, as mentioned above.

I've used a lot of copper nickel line on my truck, here's some info
https://www.stovebolt.com/ubbthreads/ubbthreads.php?ubb=showflat&Number=669101#Post669101

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I've used copper with excellent results, but:
1. use Adel clips to prevent any vibration from hardening it
2. large radius bends only
3. inspect it every 2 years

It's also far easier to repair with a compression fitting and hand tools than steel.


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